It´s one of the oldest, driest and untouched desert on the Earth. By its caractherictics this is a desert with differents ecologicals ecosistems making a wide variaty of flora, fauna and geology, many of this wonders are still ketp in its pristine and isolated way.

Different cultures have inhabited and passed through. Near the sea was held by the transhuman seacost changos atacama people. The highlands have been inhabited for more than 6 andeans cultures throughout 15.000 years of history.

The airlines that fly from Santiago to Calama are Lan, PAL Airline and Sky Airline.
If you decide to come by plane, we offer you a pick up service and we will take you directly to your Hotel in San Pedro de Atacama.

If you come by bus, from Calama you can take a bus like Atacama 2000, intertrans or Tur bus to San Pedro de Atacama. From Argentina, Andesmar Bus or Pullman Bus are the companies that go directly to San Pedro de Atacama as well.

Clothing: Due to the marked, thermal fluctuations and wind chill factor, it is necessary to bring summer clothing to wear during the day as well as winter clothing to wear at night. Bring boots and walking shoes.
Altitude sickness: Do not exercise until the body has adapted. If you suffer from hypertension or heart problem contact previously your doctor before going higher than 4000 mts..
Water: It is advisable to maintain your body hydrated due to the dryness in the air. We recommended that you only drink bottled water that can be purchased in the local stores.
Commerce: Business hours for minimarket, shops and the council office are between 9:00 to 14:00 hrs. And from 17:00 to 22:00 hrs. For the restaurants are from 8:00 to 24:00 hrs.
Tips: It is customary to leave a 10% tip on the total value of the account, in cafes, restaurants and bars. Porters, guides and service providers also expect a tip...
Basic elements: Sunglasses, gloves, high-level sun protection lotion, hydrating body cream, hat, jacket, flashlight and binoculars.